Pope Francis remains in critical condition due to a prolonged asthmatic respiratory crisis while being treated for pneumonia and a lung infection. The Vatican provided an update stating the 88-year-old pontiff is conscious but requires high levels of oxygen. Francis also received blood transfusions due to low platelet counts. Doctors are concerned about the possibility of sepsis but say that there is no evidence of it at this time. The Vatican has denied rumors of a possible resignation and insisted that the pope remains fully conscious and alert.
The White House has stated that President Donald Trump is praying for the pope’s recovery. Deacons have gathered at the Vatican for a special Holy Year weekend celebration, despite Francis being unable to attend. The Vatican’s Holy Year celebration was supposed to highlight deacons, a ministry preceding priesthood. For the second consecutive weekend, Francis will not deliver his traditional Sunday blessing as he recovers in the hospital. Despite his absence, deacons and supporters continue to pray for his recovery.
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